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Nissin Digital MF18 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Canon / Nikon / Sony
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Nissin Digital MF18 Specifications

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BrandNissin Digital
ModelMF18
Power Source4 x AA batteries
Recycle Time0.1-5.5 seconds
Color Temperature5600K

Summary

Unique Function

Display Rotation

The color display automatically rotates for easy operation in horizontal and vertical positions.

Safety Instructions

Cautions and Warnings

Important warnings regarding potential damage or defects from improper use or storage.

Components Overview

Main Modes and Functions

Full Automatic Mode

Flash light fully controlled by the camera for proper exposure.

TTL Program Mode

Flash light automatically controlled by camera with flash exposure compensation.

Wireless Mode (Master)

Control slave flashes remotely with manual power selection on the ring flash.

Fine Macro Mode

Setting flash power from 1/128 to 1/1024 with 1/6 Ev steps.

Manual Flash Mode

Setting flash power from 1/1 to 1/64 with 1/3 Ev steps.

Custom Setting Mode

Variety of custom settings available for user-defined defaults.

Advanced Functions

Canon Shutter Functions

FE Lock, 1st curtain, High speed, and 2nd curtain synchronization options.

Nikon Shutter Functions

FV Lock, 1st curtain, High speed (FP), and Rear curtain synchronization options.

Sony Shutter Functions

1st curtain and High speed shutter synchronization options.

Basic Operation - Battery Management

Inserting Batteries

Guide to correctly insert AA batteries into the battery magazine for operation.

Basic Operation - Mounting and Initial Setup

Mounting MF18 on Camera

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the MF18 flash unit to the camera hotshoe.

Expanding Flash Head

Instructions on how to expand the flash head to prevent vignetting.

Removing MF18 and Power On

Steps for detaching the flash unit and turning it on.

Basic Operation - Flash Features

Modelling LED Lamps

How to activate and use the modelling LED lamps for focusing assistance.

Energy Saving Features

Details on automatic power-off and display-off for battery conservation.

Setting Mode and Function

Full Automatic Flash Control

Setting the flash for fully automatic camera control and operation.

Full Automatic Mode - Camera Settings

How to set camera modes for Full Automatic flash control across different brands.

Full Automatic Mode Operation Details

Explains camera viewfinder indicators and flash firing in Full Automatic mode.

TTL Flash Exposure Compensation

Adjusting flash power for optimal exposure using TTL mode.

TTL Compensation and Power Ratio Settings

Details on EV compensation steps and power ratio combinations for TTL mode.

Wireless Mode Setup and Pairing

Configuring the flash for wireless master/remote operation and compatible models.

Wireless Control Navigation

Navigating channels, EV compensation, and group settings for wireless communication.

TTL, Manual, and RMT Mode Selection

Step-by-step guide for selecting and setting TTL, Manual, and RMT modes.

Fine Macro Mode Power Settings

Adjusting power ratios from 1/128 to 1/1024 with 1/6 Ev steps in Fine Macro mode.

Manual Mode Power Settings

Adjusting power ratios from 1/1 to 1/64 or OFF with 1/3 Ev steps in Manual mode.

Custom Settings Overview and Details

Introduction to customizing MF18 with six available settings like My TTL, Display, and Auto Off.

Resetting Custom Settings

Procedure to reset all custom settings to factory defaults.

Camera-Specific Shutter Functions

FE Lock (Canon) and FV Lock (Nikon) for memorizing flash values.

Advanced Canon Shutter Functions

Setting 1st curtain and High speed shutter synchronization for Canon.

Canon 2nd Curtain Synchronization

How to use 2nd curtain sync for capturing motion blur with Canon cameras.

Nikon Shutter Functions via Camera

Setting 1st Curtain, High Speed, and Rear Curtain sync via camera for Nikon.

Sony Shutter Functions via Flash

Setting 1st curtain and High speed shutter synchronization for Sony cameras.

Other Features

External Power Pack and X-terminal

Information on external power packs and X-terminal for synchronization.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Warranty